How many calories are in a donut?

A medium glazed donut (60g) has about 253 calories. A small donut has 177 calories, and a large one 316 calories. Donut holes are about 59 calories each. Per 100g, donuts pack 421 calories, about 1.6x white bread at 270.

Which donut has the fewest calories?

Plain cake donuts are lowest at around 200 calories. Glazed yeast donuts are about 253 calories. Filled donuts (cream, jelly) range 270-350 calories, and frosted donuts with toppings can exceed 400 calories. Donut holes offer portion control at about 59 calories each.

Are donuts keto-friendly?

No, donuts are not keto-friendly. A single medium donut has about 29g net carbs, which exceeds most daily keto limits. With 45.8g net carbs per 100g and 22.8g sugar, donuts are one of the least keto-compatible foods.

Donut vs bagel: which has more calories?

A medium glazed donut (253 cal) and a medium plain bagel (292 cal) are closer than they look. But bagels have more protein (11g vs 3.7g) and far less fat (2.2g vs 13.6g). Donuts get more of their calories from fat and sugar, while bagels are mostly complex carbs.

How much sugar is in a donut?

A medium glazed donut contains about 14g of sugar. That's 3.5 teaspoons. Per 100g, donuts have 22.8g sugar. The sugar plus refined flour creates a high glycemic index of about 76, causing rapid blood sugar spikes.

Are donuts bad for weight loss?

Donuts are calorie-dense at 421 cal/100g with 22.7g fat and minimal fiber (2.1g), so they won't keep you full for long. One medium donut is 253 calories. About 13% of a 2,000 calorie diet. An occasional donut won't derail weight loss, but daily consumption will.

Is a donut OK for breakfast?

Nutritionally, donuts are a poor breakfast choice. They lack protein (6.1g/100g) and fiber (2.1g/100g) needed for sustained energy. The 22.8g sugar/100g causes a blood sugar spike followed by a crash. If you indulge, pair with protein like eggs to slow sugar absorption.

How many donut holes equal one donut?

About 4 donut holes (56g, ~236 cal) roughly equal one medium donut (60g, 253 cal) in weight and calories. However, people tend to eat more donut holes since they feel like small bites, 6 holes would be 354 calories.

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Calories in Donut

USDA Verified · FDC 172758 · Apr 2026

253 calories

per 1 medium donut (60g)

6.1g

Protein

47.9g

Carbs

22.7g

Fat

2.1g

Fiber

Per 100g as prepared

Serving Sizes & Calories

Serving Size	Weight	Calories
1 donut hole	14g	59 cal
1 small donut	42g	177 cal
1 medium donutStandard	60g	253 cal
1 large donut	75g	316 cal
100g	100g	421 cal

421 calories per 100g as prepared

Complete Nutrition Facts

Per 100g as prepared

421 calories

Protein6.1g

Carbohydrates47.9g

Sugar22.8g

Fat22.7g

Fiber2.1g

Sodium316mg

Potassium102mg

Calcium101mg

Iron2.4mg

Vitamin A5mcg

Vitamin C1.2mg

How Donut Compares

Donut next to similar foods, all values per 100g:

Food	Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat	Fiber
Donut	421	6.1g	47.9g	22.7g	2.1g
Bagel	278	10.6g	53g	2.1g	2.3g
English Muffin	232	8.3g	46.3g	1.8g	3.1g
Soft Pretzel	338	8.2g	69.4g	3.1g	1.7g
French Toast	273	10.4g	32.3g	11.4g	1.2g